2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 687 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crossfire | Routan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
