2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Crossfire | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
