2009 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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 225 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
