2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 317 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
