2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |