1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 12 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, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sebring | Rio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
