2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
