2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
