2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 320 | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |