Chrysler 300C 2005 vs BMW 5 series 2010

 
Chrysler 300C
2005 - 2011
BMW 5 series
2010 - 2013
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 3.0 Diesel3.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 218 HP258 HP
Torque: 510 NM560 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.9 seconds6.3 seconds
BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving.
Chrysler 300C engine produces 40 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 50 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Chrysler 300C reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.3no data
Fuel tank capacity: 68 litres70 litres
740 km with real consumption900 km with real consumption
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 440'000 km420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 5 years17 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep CommanderInstalled on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X6
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 5 series might be a better choice in this respect.
Chrysler 300C 2005 3.0 engine: The main issues with this diesel engine stem from the fuel system and its sensitive piezo injectors. These injectors are known for being highly demanding in terms of fuel quality, which can lead to performance ...  More about Chrysler 300C 2005 3.0 engine 

BMW 5 sērija 2010 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter. The ...  More about BMW 5 sērija 2010 3.0 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 5.02 m4.91 m
Width: 1.88 m1.86 m
Height: 1.56 m1.46 m
Chrysler 300C is larger.
Chrysler 300C is 11 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 2 cm wider, while the height of Chrysler 300C is 10 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 630 litres560 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1602 litres1670 litres
Chrysler 300C has 70 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 5 series (by 68 litres).
Turning diameter: 12 meters11.9 meters
The turning circle of the Chrysler 300C is 0.1 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series.
Gross weight (kg): 2`3602`520
Safety: no data
Quality: no data
average
Average price (€): 48009400
Pros and Cons: Chrysler 300C has
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
BMW 5 sērija has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • has 4x4 drive
Share these results to social networks or e-mail
Contact us: info@auto-abc.lv