2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Crossfire | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
