2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
