2005 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Concorde, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2003 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
