Chrysler 300M 1998 vs BMW 7 series 2002
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.5 Petrol | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Chrysler 300M) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (BMW 7 series) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 254 HP | 218 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 8 seconds | |
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BMW 7 series is a more dynamic driving. Chrysler 300M engine produces 36 HP more power than BMW 7 series, but torque is 160 NM less than BMW 7 series. Despite the higher power, Chrysler 300M reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.7 | 8.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.3 l/100km | 9.1 l/100km | |
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The BMW 7 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Chrysler 300M consumes 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 7 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Chrysler 300M could require 330 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Chrysler 300M consumes 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 7 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 88 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 590 km in combined cycle | 1030 km in combined cycle | |
| 750 km on highway | 1350 km on highway | ||
| 560 km with real consumption | 960 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 7 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Chrysler 300M) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 7 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.00 m | 5.03 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.49 m | |
| Chrysler 300M is 3 cm shorter than the BMW 7 series, 2 cm wider, while the height of Chrysler 300M is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 530 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
530 litres | no data | |
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Chrysler 300M has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Chrysler 300M has 30 litres more trunk space than the BMW 7 series. The BMW 7 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Chrysler 300M is 0.5 metres less than that of the BMW 7 series, which means Chrysler 300M can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`120 | 2`480 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 3800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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