2008 BMW 635 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 635. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 635 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 635. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 BMW 635. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 635 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 2008 BMW 635. 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, 2008 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 635 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 635 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
