2002 Buick Century vs. 2005 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Buick Century. 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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 2005 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Century | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
