2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Crossfire and 2007 Ford Focus 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 (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus 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 Chrysler Crossfire | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
