2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
