2008 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
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 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (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 X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
