2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
