2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery

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 Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Crossfire 2006 Land Rover Discovery
Make Chrysler Land Rover
Model Crossfire Discovery
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 242 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 82 L


 

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