2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox

To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Crossfire and 2006 Volkswagen Fox 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 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 642 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 Volkswagen Fox, 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 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Crossfire 2006 Volkswagen Fox
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Crossfire Fox
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 54 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 242 km/hour 148 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 17.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 978 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L