1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 287 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | S |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3165 mm |