2003 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | X5 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |