2007 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 118 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
