2008 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
