2006 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2006 BMW 545 and 2006 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3523 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
