2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
