2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Crossfire and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 334 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Crossfire | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |