2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Sebring and 2004 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 51 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sebring | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
