2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander

To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Crossfire and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Crossfire 2006 Toyota Highlander
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Crossfire Highlander
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 215 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L


 

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