2002 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 224 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
