2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 135 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 135 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
