2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 (279 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
