2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 3 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 58 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Charger | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |