2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Sebring and 2004 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 22 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 (278 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Sebring | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
