2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 BMW 630

To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 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 77 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.

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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Crossfire 2006 BMW 630
Make Chrysler BMW
Model Crossfire 630
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 331 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 255 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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