2003 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 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 564 kg more than 2003 BMW Z4.
Because 2003 BMW Z4 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 BMW Z4. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW Z4. (291 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z4 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
