2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
