2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.

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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (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 525.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 525 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 525 Crossfire
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3199 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 240 km/hour 237 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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