2006 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 530 | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5700 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |