2005 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 602 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 325 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |