1995 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Sebring (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chrysler Sebring (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 1995 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Paseo has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Paseo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
