2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
