2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Sebring and 2003 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota 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, 2003 Chrysler Sebring (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota. 2003 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Sebring | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |