1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 414 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 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Sebring | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |