2009 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2009 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 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 | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
