2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 931 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crossfire | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
