2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | F-350 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 76 L |
