2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 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 (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 990 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Caterham 7 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
Make Caterham Chrysler
Model 7 Crossfire
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 331 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.6 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3310 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2410 mm


 

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