2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
