1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S8 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
