1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 260 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 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Sebring | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Sebring | A3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
