1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chrysler Town & Country 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Chrysler Mercedes-Benz
Model Town & Country E
Year Released 1992 2011
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 164 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1805 kg