2005 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2005 Buick Regal 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 311 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
