1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline

To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 190 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 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chrysler Sebring 1996 Nissan Skyline
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Sebring Skyline
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2569 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 368 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 73.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm


 

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