Hello everyone!


I've read on this forum over and over that people think the original specifications of the M112 engine of our Crossfires are not accurate.


For the N/A: 215hp (218 ps) and 229 lb-ft of torque (310 Nm)


For the SRT6: 330hp (335 ps) and 310 lb-ft of torque (420 Nm)


The Mercedes SLK320 with the same M112 engine depending on source has slightly better outputs. Obviously some people on here have suggested that was solely marketing, as MB didn't want the Chrysler Crossfire to directly compete with their at the time still available 320 model. To me that doesn't make much sense as the new SLK 280 (R171) came out in 2004 with a different engine and new looks.


So, is there any evidence (dyno results, other sources) as to what output our cars really have? Should the Crossfire not run better as it is lighter? How much tuning if any did Chrysler do to our cars in respect to engine, transmission etc. to improve performance compared to the SLK320?


Looking forward to your input!!