2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 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 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 289 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Tahoe Crossfire
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 3199 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 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1399 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 60 L


 

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