2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 27 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Crossfire 2008 Porsche 911
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model Crossfire 911
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3199 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 255 km/hour 288 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1509 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 67 L


 

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