2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (332 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | 535 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 406 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |