1999 Audi S8 vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 5 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Audi | Chrysler |
Model | S8 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |