2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 434 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A3 (280 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
