2002 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
