1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 960 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sebring | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
