The Comparative Analysis :
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6 (04 - 07) vs. Mercedes SLK 280 (08 - 11)
€ 39,800
€ 42,600
€ 39,800
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 42,600
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. The Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6 is 1.9 inches shorter, 0.9 inches narrower and 0.3 inches taller than the Mercedes SLK 280.
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
Mercedes SLK 280
51.3
69.5
77.2
51
70.4
78.9
69.5 in
Width
70.4 in
77.2 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
78.9 in
51.3 in
Height
51 in
94.5
159.8
95.7
161.7
159.8 in
Length
161.7 in
94.5 in
Wheelbase
95.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
Mercedes SLK 280
3274 lb
Curb Weight
3175 lb
3671 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3869 lb
Weight Difference:
99 lb
3.02 %
General
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
Mercedes SLK 280
ZH
Generation
R171
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
Mercedes SLK 280
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz M 272
Engine Code
M 272.942
3
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3.2 L / 157 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
215 hp
at 5700 rpm
Power
228 hp
at 6000 rpm
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
215 hp
228 hp
Mercedes SLK 280
229 lb‑ft
at 3000 rpm
Max. Torque
221 lb‑ft
at 2500 rpm
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
229 lb‑ft
221 lb‑ft
Mercedes SLK 280
Performance
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
Mercedes SLK 280
155 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
6.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
295 ft
0.000 sec
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
62 mph
62
mph
mph
289 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes SLK 280
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15.23 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
13.93 lb/hp
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
15.23 lb/hp
13.93 lb/hp
Mercedes SLK 280
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
Mercedes SLK 280
Fuel Economy
23 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
23 mpg
25 mpg
Mercedes SLK 280
15 mpg
city
17 mpg
31 mpg
highway
35 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
359 mi
Range
468 mi
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
359 mi
468 mi
Mercedes SLK 280
Environmental Impact
197 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
176.2 kWh
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
197 kWh
176.2 kWh
Mercedes SLK 280
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4 / Euro 5
402 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
354 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 3.2 V6
Mercedes SLK 280
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
397 lb
Maximum Payload
694 lb
5.4 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.5 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
