2000 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 786 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Escort | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
