2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 386 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (311 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Crossfire | Protege |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
