2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |