2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 205 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Sebring | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
