2007 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 323 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3523 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
