2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 607 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 (420 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Crossfire | Defender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
