1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1996 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sebring | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
