2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 16 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Crossfire | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |