2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 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 (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Crossfire | Defender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
