1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 691 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | Sebring | Kyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |