2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Opel Vectra 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Crossfire | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
