1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1085 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Sebring will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chrysler Sebring 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Sebring Land Cruiser
Year Released 1996 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 2395 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1950 mm