2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (533 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
