1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2683 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
