2003 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
