2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 99 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 478 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.
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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |