2008 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 644 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
