2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
