2005 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 372 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.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 320 | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |