2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 839 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Town & Country | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
