2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Dodge Charger

To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 2005 Dodge Charger
Make BMW Dodge
Model 330 Charger
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 529 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.6:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1828 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 72 L


 

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