2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 496 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
