Chrysler vs. Ford

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Chrysler and Ford contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Chrysler and Ford cars.

When comparing the Chrysler brand to the Ford brand, Chrysler has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, depreciation, reliability and retained value. Ford has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, fuel efficiency, overall quality, safety, vehicle rankings and variety of models offered.

Chrysler versus Ford: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Chrysler versus Ford pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Chrysler in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Chrysler also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 5 out of 9 comparisons. Chrysler models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 3 out of 5 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Chrysler, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Chrysler the overall advantage over Ford.

Chrysler versus Ford: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Ford vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 5 out of 10 model comparisons, with Chrysler offering more horsepower in 4 comparisons. Chrysler and Ford vehicles have similar horsepower in 1 comparisons. Ford offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 5 out of 9 comparisons.

Chrysler versus Ford: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: A comparison of Chrysler versus Ford overall quality ratings shows Ford with higher quality ratings in 3 out of 4 model comparisons. In terms of reliability ratings, Chrysler has the advantage in 3 out of 4 comparisons. Ford has better safety ratings in 2 out of 3 comparisons. Chrysler and Ford tie for safety in 1 comparisons. Chrysler shows higher ratings for retained value in 3 out of 5 comparisons.

Best Car Rankings: Ford has the better car ranking in 1 category: Taurus in Best Large Cars.

Most Reliable Car Rankings: Chrysler has the better car ranking in 1 category: 300 in Most Reliable Large Cars.

Safest Car Rankings: Ford has the better car ranking in 1 category: Taurus in Safest Large Cars.

Best Cars for the Money Rankings:

Available Body Styles: Chrysler offers 1 sedan and 3 minivans. In comparison, Ford offers 11 SUVs, 1 coupe, 1 convertible, and 1 minivan.

Drivetrain Options: Chrysler offers 3 gasoline vehicles and 1 plug-in hybrid. Ford offers 14 gasoline vehicles, 4 hybrids, 1 plug-in hybrid, and 2 electric vehicles.

Chrysler offers 2 all-wheel-drive models, 3 front-wheel-drive models, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Ford offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 5 front-wheel-drive models, and 3 rear-wheel-drive models.