2007 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
