2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
