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 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 26 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 128 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.

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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 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. 2002 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chrysler Sebring 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Chrysler Vauxhall
Model Sebring Vectra
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2343 cc 2172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2710 mm