1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 16 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, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 2007 BMW 525. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Town & Country | 525 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
