2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S 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 35 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
