2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2008 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 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Solara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
