2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 891 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Town & Country | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2320 mm |
