2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Crossfire and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 107 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 287 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Crossfire Caddy
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92.8 mm
Top Speed 242 km/hour 169 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 13.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1399 kg 1686 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 5.9 L/100km