2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Sebring and 2004 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Sebring 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Sebring Legacy
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2423 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 64 L


 

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