2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
