2009 BMW 545 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 2 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 BMW 545.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
