2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |