2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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 286 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
