2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
