2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 178 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
