2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Town & Country | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
