2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Crossfire | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |