2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Crossfire and 2005 Renault Megane 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 105 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 249 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 Renault Megane, 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 (320 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Crossfire | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
