2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Crossfire and 2006 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Crossfire | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |