2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
