2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |