2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Crossfire and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 199 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 (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crossfire | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |