2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 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 76 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 523 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 2007 BMW 523. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | 523 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |