2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Crossfire | Defender |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |