2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
