1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Sebring | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |