2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 1 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
