2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 3.9 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 | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
