2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Sebring and 2003 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester. 2003 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Forester 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Sebring | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
