2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 1995 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Malibu | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
