1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 115 kg more 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Sebring | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sebring | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
