1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Malibu and 1998 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1998 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 1998 Chrysler Sebring will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 1998 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Malibu | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
