2003 Chrysler LHS vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler LHS. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 726 kg more than 2003 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler LHS. (333 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler LHS | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | LHS | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
