2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 110 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 200 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crossfire | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |