2000 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 121 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Sebring | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
