2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. 2004 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Sebring 2008 Nissan Altima
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Sebring Altima
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2423 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 76 L