2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 381 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crossfire | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |