2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Sebring and 2003 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Sebring | Astra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |