1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
