2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Crossfire and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.

Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Crossfire 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Chrysler Suzuki
Model Crossfire Grand Vitara
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 2490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1441 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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