2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR

To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Crossfire 2008 Jaguar XKR
Make Chrysler Jaguar
Model Crossfire XKR
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 331 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 560 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1689 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 71 L


 

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