2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 51 L |
