Originally Posted by beachwalker2009
Most everything I read says the Crossfire easily exceeds 150 mph when actually "let go".
How does a car with only 215 HP do that?
Its called aerodynamics, and tall gearing in the transmission and the final drive, not to mention, good engine breathing characteristics in the intake tract, and the valve lift.
My Porsche Boxster only has 201 hp and 180 ft-lbs of torque, and it also has a top speed around 150 mph. It has the whole aerodynamic thing going on big time, weighs next to nothing, and really has the intake and valve train set up for high rpm efficiency.
I have a love/hate thing going with mine. It is a 2007 LTD coupe auto, never have had any problems with it, but bugs me it doesn't have a ____spare and I assume if we break down on a road trip it's going to be a hassle to bet parts, and someone that knows how to work on it.
I know....tough cookies, but I'll bet I'm not the only one......
Thanks for info!
Well, if you're worried about the spare tire situation, just buy a spare for a Mercedes car, and slip it into your trunk.
As for getting someone to work on it, well, you would have the exact same issue if it was an actual Mercedes. Those people are a bit fewer and further between, but the main thing is that its still a car. If its a mechanical part, anyone can fix it. If its an electrical issue, then you're 50/50.
Worry less and drive more is the motto you should concentrate on.
BC.