2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
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, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
