2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
