2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1997 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1997 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
