2000 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Sebring | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
