2000 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 539 kg more than 2000 BMW 330.
Because 2000 BMW 330 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 2000 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
