2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 698 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Crossfire | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
