2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2002 Chrysler Sebring and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.

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 Vauxhall Vectra (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chrysler Sebring 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Chrysler Vauxhall
Model Sebring Vectra
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2343 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2710 mm


 

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