1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 780 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.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Sebring | Discovery |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |