2004 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 325 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |