2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
