2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
