2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 Subaru Forester 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 (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Crossfire | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
