2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 601 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Crossfire | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
