| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chrysler Town & Country | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 113.7 in | 5.6 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 193.4 in | 7.2 in |
| Width | 78.6 in | 73.7 in | 4.9 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 72.8 in | -3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4239 lb. | 4440 lb. | -201 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.9 in | 59.0 in | 3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 55.4 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.4 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.7 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 58.9 in | 5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.6 in | 55.5 in | 12.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 36.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 37.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.1 in | 53.1 in | 9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 45.3 in | 3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 37.3 in | 34.9 in | 2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 115.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 54.2 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 167.9 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | 84.2 ft3 |
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very good support. Just the right height. Tilt steering column adds to comfort. Armrest also provides added comfort. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The 2nd and 3rd row seats are acceptable for even long trips. This is not the Stow-&-Go version where the seats seem to be thinner, less comfortable. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfy for long rides, adjustable. Ditto the middle and rear seats. Supportive but not overly firm. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Stow & Go see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Really like the roominess of the center and rear seats as compared to other vehicles. Also really like the flexibilty and use of use of the Stow-And-Go seating. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seat and driving positions are very comfortable. I have driven the T&C more than 500 miles in one day and the same drive the following day. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
More legroom than previous Chrysler minivans see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
the drivers seat in relation to the steering wheel is off too the left a bit see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
inadequate thigh support, difficulty adjusting power seat into good position, seat bottom too flat and "lumpy" with leather/heated seats see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |