2002 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
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, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chrysler Crossfire | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Crossfire | NSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |