1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
| Model | Magna | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
