2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 620 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 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Sebring | Sienna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |