2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 405 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Crossfire | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
