1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Volvo 460 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 56 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. 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 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Sebring | 460 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |