2001 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 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. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 244 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
Because 2003 Honda S2000 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 2003 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sebring | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
