1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster.

Because 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Porsche Boxster 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Porsche Chrysler
Model Boxster Town & Country
Year Released 1997 2010
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2480 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3078 mm


 

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