2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Crossfire and 2005 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 26 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Crossfire | Viper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 712 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |