2003 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
