2008 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5654 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.1 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 | 1680 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
