2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 549 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Town & Country | 118 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |