1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2001 Seat Tango

To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.

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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chrysler Sebring 2001 Seat Tango
Make Chrysler Seat
Model Sebring Tango
Year Released 1996 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 86.4 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 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm


 

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