2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2001 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2001 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
