2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Crossfire and 2006 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper 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 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Viper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
