2001 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger 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 2009 Dodge Charger. 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, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Sebring | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
