2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Crossfire | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
