Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Chrysler Town & Country | Ford Fusion | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 107.4 in | 13.8 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 190.6 in | 11.9 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 72.2 in | 6.5 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 56.9 in | 11 in |
Curb Weight | 4652 lb. | 3446 lb. | 1206 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 57.4 in | 6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.0 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.3 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.8 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.1 in | 56.5 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.0 in | 53.3 in | 11.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.1 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 0.0 in | 48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.7 in | 0.0 in | 32.7 in |
Total Legroom | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 30.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.0 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.3 ft3 | 16.5 | 66.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 143.8 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 127.3 ft3 |
2011 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good driving position, comfortable seat, good views out the windows. Easy reach to shifter, radio, heater, easy steering wheel control buttons. Quiet at highway speeds. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |