2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 868 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 325 | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |