2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | X5 | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |