2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
