2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Crossfire | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |