2008 BMW 645 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 4 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 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 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 645.
Because 2008 BMW 645 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 645. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 645 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
