2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.

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, 2009 Toyota Sienna, 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 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Crossfire 2009 Toyota Sienna
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Crossfire Sienna
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3500 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 76 L


 

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