1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 369 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | B |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |
