2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 325 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 325 Crossfire
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 5.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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