2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Charger | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |