2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 BMW 645. 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 645. (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 645 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
