1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 13 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. Both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 2009 Chrysler Sebring are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (189 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Sebring | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 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 | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
