1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 685 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 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Sebring | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Sebring | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
