2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1465 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
