2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 330 Crossfire
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 242 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1399 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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