2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 492 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
