2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1277 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
