2008 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2003 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
