2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Crossfire and 2005 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Crossfire | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
