2012 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (358 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X5 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | X5 | 300 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |