2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 3,952 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 13 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 245 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |