2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 7 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525.
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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Crossfire | 525 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |