2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 120 | Crossfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |