2002 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Crossfire | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
