1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 19 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 7 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 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 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | 118 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |