2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 2 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 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 145 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.4 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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |