2002 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 318 | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |