1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. Both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 2010 Chrysler Sebring are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | Xsara | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
