1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
