2008 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300

To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.

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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 750 2006 Chrysler 300
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 750 300
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2735 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 3499 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 68 L


 

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