2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 628 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crossfire | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
