2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Town & Country | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
