2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 990 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
