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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 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 84 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 (332 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm). 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 | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |