Chrysler Town & Country vs Ford Windstar
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Ford Windstar
Overview
| Spec | Chrysler Town & CountryLX | Ford WindstarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Base |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chrysler Town & CountryLX | Ford WindstarBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,995 | $21,075 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $9,417 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $11,998 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $15,995 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 3 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chrysler Town & CountryLX | Ford WindstarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20 gal | 26 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chrysler Town & CountryLX | Ford WindstarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 283 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft (best) | 240 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chrysler Town & CountryLX | Ford WindstarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 143.8 cu ft (best) | 136.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,600 lbs (best) | 2,000 lbs |
| Payload | 1,398 lbs | 1,831 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,652 lbs | 3,719 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in (best) | 120.7 in |
| Length | 202.8 in (best) | 201.5 in |
| Width | 78.7 in (best) | 75.5 in |
| Height | 67.9 in (best) | 65.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chrysler Town & CountryLX | Ford WindstarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 8 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chrysler Town & Country | Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $21,075 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Touring $31,875 MSRP | Base $23,070 MSRP |
| 3 | S $34,145 MSRP | LX $26,315 MSRP |
| 4 | Touring-L $35,845 MSRP | LX Deluxe $27,870 MSRP |
| 5 | Anniversary Edition $37,345 MSRP | SE $29,230 MSRP |
| 6 | Limited $38,445 MSRP | SEL $31,835 MSRP |
| 7 | Limited Platinum $40,645 MSRP | Limited $34,825 MSRP |
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Chrysler Town & Country vs Ford Windstar FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 Chrysler Town & Country or 2003 Ford Windstar?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Chrysler Town & Country vs 2003 Ford Windstar on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2016 Chrysler Town & Country or 2003 Ford Windstar?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2003 Ford Windstar starts lower at $21,075. Live Chrysler Town & Country listings start at $9,417.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Chrysler Town & Country or 2003 Ford Windstar?
- The 2003 Ford Windstar leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,075).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Chrysler Town & Country or 2003 Ford Windstar?
- The 2016 Chrysler Town & Country leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 Chrysler Town & Country or 2003 Ford Windstar?
- The 2016 Chrysler Town & Country leads on horsepower in this comparison (283).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 Chrysler Town & Country or 2003 Ford Windstar?
- The 2016 Chrysler Town & Country leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,600).