2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 802 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Crossfire | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
