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 |
