2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 855 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sebring | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
