2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
