2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Crossfire | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
