2001 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Sebring | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
