2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2979 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
