Chrysler 300M 1998 vs BMW 7 series 2001
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.5 Petrol | 4.4 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 254 HP | 333 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 450 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds | |
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BMW 7 series is a more dynamic driving. Chrysler 300M engine produces 79 HP less power than BMW 7 series, whereas torque is 110 NM less than BMW 7 series. Due to the lower power, Chrysler 300M reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.7 | 11.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.3 l/100km | 13.0 l/100km | |
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The Chrysler 300M is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Chrysler 300M consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 7 series, which means that by driving the Chrysler 300M over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Chrysler 300M consumes 1.7 litres less 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 | 800 km in combined cycle | |
| 750 km on highway | 1060 km on highway | ||
| 560 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 7 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
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. | |||
| BMW 7 sērija 2001 4.4 engine: The main problems with the N62 engine are related to malfunctions in the Valvetronic and VANOS systems. Fluctuating idle is usually caused by ignition coil failure, air leaks, MAF sensor problems or problems ... More about BMW 7 sērija 2001 4.4 engine | |||
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`450 | |
| 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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