2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Because 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | RX-Evolv |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
