2005 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 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 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 525 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |