2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 593 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Crossfire | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
