2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
