2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 661 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crossfire | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2915 mm |