2009 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
