1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Sebring and 1998 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Sebring | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Sebring | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
