2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 948 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
