2008 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 335 (401 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 335 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
