2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Crossfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |