2009 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 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 51 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X6 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 232 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
