2001 Chrysler LHS vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2001 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler LHS, 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, 2001 Chrysler LHS (332 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler LHS | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | LHS | 520 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
