2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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 629 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (332 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Town & Country | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2280 mm |
