2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2010 Lexus LS

To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 440 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 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 2010 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Crossfire 2010 Lexus LS
Make Chrysler Lexus
Model Crossfire LS
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3200 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 497 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1875 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2969 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 84 L


 

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