2004 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2001 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
