2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Crossfire and 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Crossfire | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |