2001 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. Both 2001 Chrysler Sebring and 2002 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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 Chrysler Sebring (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Sebring | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
