2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Crossfire | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
