1995 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Sebring | 850 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
