2001 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 9 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. 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 (258 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sebring | Carens |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
