2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
