2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Kia Elan
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 Kia Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Elan 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) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Kia Elan. (151 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Elan.
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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Elan. (186 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Elan. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Elan has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Elan 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 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Town & Country | Elan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2270 mm |
