2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Sebring and 2003 Pontiac Bonneville were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 199 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Sebring | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |