2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Crossfire and 2004 Chevrolet Prizm were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 317 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2004 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Crossfire | Prizm |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |