BMW 3 series 1993 vs Chrysler 300C 2004
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Cabrio | Estate car / wagon | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Automatic | |
| BMW 3 series is available with both manual and automatic gearboxes, whereas Chrysler 300C is available only with automatic gearbox. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| BMW 3 series is available only with rear wheel drive, while Chrysler 300C can be equipped with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. | |||
| Engines: | 1.8 - 2.8 (petrol) | 2.7 - 6.1 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Chrysler 300C is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 - 193 HP | 193 - 425 HP | |
| Torque: | 168 - 280 NM | 257 - 570 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.7 - 14 seconds | 5 - 11 seconds | |
| In general, Chrysler 300C are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW 3 series. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.1 - 11.0 | 8.3 - 14.0 | |
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BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than Chrysler 300C. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 5.01 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.35 m | 1.53 m | |
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BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 58 cm shorter than the Chrysler 300C, 17 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 18 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 230 litres | 630 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1602 litres | |
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Chrysler 300C has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 400 litres less trunk space than the Chrysler 300C. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 2 metres less than that of the Chrysler 300C, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 1`820 kg | ~ 2`334 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`433 kg | ~ 1`863 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 387 kg | ~ 471 kg | |
| BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 22 procentiem less than Chrysler 300C. Therefore, Chrysler 300C is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 14 000 | 4200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.0/10 | 8.0/10 | |
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