2008 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 335 | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |