2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
