2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Crossfire | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
