2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
