2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
