2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 BMW 645. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 645. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2005 BMW 645 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 645 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |