2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
