2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | CLC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
