2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 291 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |