2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |