2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. 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 75 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
