2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 387 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Crossfire | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
