2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 7 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 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
