2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1993 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 1993 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Town & Country | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
