2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 3 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 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Crossfire | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
