2000 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
