1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 316 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 2004 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Town & Country | 316 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
