1993 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 322 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Contour | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
