2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 286 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Viper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 501 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
