2007 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 335 | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |