1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1130 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Sebring | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
