2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 859 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 142 L |
