2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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 (311 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Crossfire | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
