2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 456 kg more than 2002 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
