2001 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Sebring and 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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 52 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. 2001 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2001 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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 Chrysler Sebring | 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sebring | Alero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
