2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio 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 88 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Crossfire | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
