2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 376 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | X1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |