2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (210 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 922 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
