2003 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 509 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
