2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena 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 119 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Nissan Serena. 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Crossfire | Serena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
