2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Nissan Quest

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Crossfire 2008 Nissan Quest
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Crossfire Quest
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 76 L


 

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