2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318.
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 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 318 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |