2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 345 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
