2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 8 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
