2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |