2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Crossfire | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
