2006 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 538 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 330. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 330 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |