2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Sebring | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
