2007 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (280 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200. 2012 Chrysler 200 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 335 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
