1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. 1996 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Sebring will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Sebring | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
