2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 699 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
