2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Crossfire | Defender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
