2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
