2005 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 14 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, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3040 mm |
