2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 118 | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |