2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 8 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 200 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Crossfire | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
