2002 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Chrysler LHS
To start off, both 2002 BMW 740 and 2002 Chrysler LHS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 740 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 2002 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2002 Chrysler LHS | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 740 | LHS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
