2010 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 BMW 320

To start off, both 2010 Chrysler 300 and 2010 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.

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 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chrysler 300 2010 BMW 320
Make Chrysler BMW
Model 300 320
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4999 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1882 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1483 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 3048 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 57 L


 

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