2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 40 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 85 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
