2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 318 | Crossfire |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |