2009 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5654 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
