2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2585 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
