2007 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 BMW 550. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 550 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 480 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
