2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 595 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
