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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 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 | 2996 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
