2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 6 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 543 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Crossfire | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
