2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1262 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 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
