2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 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), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
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 (420 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| 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 | 331 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
