1997 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1997 Chrysler Sebring and 1997 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Sebring | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Sebring | C70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
