2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. 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 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |