2000 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 814 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Sebring | GX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
