2005 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Concorde | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
