2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
