1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 11 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 115 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Sebring | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
