2003 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 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 48 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 75 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 520 | Crossfire |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |