2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
