2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z4 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
