1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Sebring | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |