2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
