2007 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 550 | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2736 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |