2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
