2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 297 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Crossfire | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |