2004 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 2 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
