2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Ford Versailles
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.
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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Versailles. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Versailles |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |
