2005 Chrysler Concorde 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 Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Concorde | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
