2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 508 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
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 Chrysler Sebring (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sebring | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
