2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |