2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Crossfire | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
