2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 156 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
