2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2003 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.

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, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Crossfire 2003 Porsche 911
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model Crossfire 911
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3199 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Top Speed 242 km/hour 290 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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