2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. 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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Crossfire | Elise |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |