2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 535 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |