2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega 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 (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 155 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Crossfire | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
