2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 320. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |