2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 424 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
