2001 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Sebring | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
