2005 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
