2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
