2004 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 561 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
Because 2004 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
