2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Crossfire | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
