2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
