2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (523 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (210 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 382 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2585 mm |
