2003 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 530 | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |