2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.

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 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Impala 2004 Chrysler Sebring
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Impala Sebring
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2737 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 258 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.9:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1576 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 61 L


 

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