2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Donkervoort D8 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 995 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | Crossfire | D8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
