2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 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 45 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 51 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Crossfire | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
