1999 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Sebring | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Sebring | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
