1995 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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. Both 1995 Chrysler Sebring and 2006 BMW 525 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Sebring | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
