2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 179 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
