1995 BMW S3 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 129 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 1995 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | S3 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3190 mm |
