2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 325 | Sebring |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |