1999 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 935 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Sebring | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Sebring | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 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 | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
