2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Ford E-150

To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Crossfire and 2006 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Crossfire 2006 Ford E-150
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Crossfire E-150
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 2060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 132 L


 

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