2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
