2001 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 10 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 248 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Sebring | RDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
