2000 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 406 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.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
