2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 7 kg more 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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (278 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sebring | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
