2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | X5 | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 71 L |