2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 335 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
