2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 14 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
