2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Sebring and 2004 Volvo V40 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V40. (169 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V40. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Sebring | V40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
