2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
