2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
