Chrysler Town and Country vs. Mazda MAZDA5 Review

Utility
The Chrysler is a better choice than the Mazda regarding transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of luggage or massive animals. The Chrysler Town and Country will quite certainly prove handier than the Mazda MAZDA5 for those of you with frequent kid-cargo.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chrysler packs quite a wallop and will knock the Mazda MAZDA5 down a few rungs. However, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Chrysler Town and Country is substantially heavier than the Mazda MAZDA5. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Chrysler than the Mazda MAZDA5 because of its bigger tank. The Mazda MAZDA5 and the Town and Country compete for the same parking spaces. The Chrysler Town and Country's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; however, the Mazda MAZDA5 may give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic.

Convenience
You will doubtless have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Mazda MAZDA5 than with the Town and Country.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Mazda MAZDA5 is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Chrysler Town and Country. The Chrysler Town and Country pales in comparison to the Mazda MAZDA5 as far as fuel economy. The Mazda MAZDA5 won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Town and Country. With respect to MSRP, the Chrysler Town and Country costs tremendously more than the MAZDA5. Regarding out-the-door price, the Mazda MAZDA5 costs significantly less than the Chrysler Town and Country.

Handling
The Town and Country and the Mazda MAZDA5 have about comparable tires. With its tighter turning radius, the Mazda is very likely nimbler than the Chrysler Town and Country, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Chrysler Town and Country's engine is tremendously more massive than the Mazda MAZDA5's. Remember that bigger engines may use more gas than smaller ones. The Mazda MAZDA5 could learn a lesson or two from the Chrysler Town and Country regarding torque. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Chrysler is tremendously more powerful than the Mazda MAZDA5.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Chrysler offers a bit more head room than the Mazda, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The Town and Country provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the MAZDA5 does.

Overview
The basic warranty that comes with the Chrysler Town and Country isn't quite as generous as the Mazda MAZDA5's.