2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1325 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.
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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Crossfire | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
