Originally Posted by jpristel
2001 MB 3.2l ........................ 215 HP
2001 BMW 3.2l ..................... 240 HP
2001 Porsche 3.2l ................. 250 HP
2001 Dodge 3.2l ................... 225 HP
2001 Acura 3.2l .................... 225 HP
2001 Acura 3.2l (NSX)............ 290 HP
2001 Chrysler 3.2l.................. 222 HP
2001 Opel 3.2l...................... 232 HP
Still putting us in dead last... for cars...
But, if we ignore the fact that we drive sports cars... Our engines put our more horsepower than a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo!
Well, since you put it that way, when it comes down to comparing the Crossfire's 3.2 with other 3.2l engines currently available, I suppose you could say "we got short changed".
If it's any consolation, the motor we wound up with is a smooth, dependable, and torquey little piece that's been well proven in thousands of Mercedes vehicles world wide.
On top of that, it's built stout enough to withstand being supercharged with no special (internal) considerations. So I figure that would make the "normally aspirated" versions "over built" and more than capable of handling any abuse most Crossfire owners would ever throw at it.
Would I like to have more power? Of course, who wouldn't? Do I think it needs more power? (Speaking only for myself) the answer is no. And I would say that even if I didn't own two other cars that are faster than my Crossfire.
By the way, I thought your line, "one small step for Mercedes" was pretty good.
