2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 961 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
