2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 58 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Sebring | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
