2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 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 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 335 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
