2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
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 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A 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 96 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
