2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Crossfire and 2004 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
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 Volvo C70, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Crossfire | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
