BMW 7 series 2001 vs Chrysler 300M 1998
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 4.4 Petrol | 3.5 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 333 HP | 254 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds | |
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BMW 7 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 7 series engine produces 79 HP more power than Chrysler 300M, whereas torque is 110 NM more than Chrysler 300M. Thanks to more power BMW 7 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 | 10.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 13.0 l/100km | 11.3 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 BMW 7 series consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler 300M, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 7 series could require 45 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 7 series consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler 300M. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 88 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 800 km in combined cycle | 590 km in combined cycle | |
| 1060 km on highway | 750 km on highway | ||
| 670 km with real consumption | 560 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 7 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| 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: | 5.03 m | 5.00 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.92 m | |
| Height: | 1.49 m | 1.42 m | |
| BMW 7 series is 3 cm longer than the Chrysler 300M, 2 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 7 series is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 530 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 530 litres | |
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Chrysler 300M has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 7 series has 30 litres less trunk space than the Chrysler 300M. This could mean that the BMW 7 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 7 series is 0.5 metres more than that of the Chrysler 300M, which means BMW 7 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`450 | 2`120 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 3800 | 1400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 9.6/10 | |
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