2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler Crossfire 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Crossfire Cresta
Year Released 2007 1996
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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