2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 387 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (475 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | X5 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |