2004 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 9 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 BMW 525.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
