1995 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | Sebring | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
