2006 BMW 120 vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2006 BMW 120 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 2006 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 120 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |