2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Sebring | TL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
