2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Sebring and 2004 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
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 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Sebring | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |