2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |