2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2002 Toyota FXS

To start off, both 2002 Chrysler Sebring and 2002 Toyota FXS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.

Because 2002 Toyota FXS 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 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chrysler Sebring 2002 Toyota FXS
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Sebring FXS
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2343 cc 4290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 55 L


 

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