2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 196 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
