2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |