2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 55 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Crossfire | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
