2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 235 kg more 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 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Crossfire | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
