2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Honda NSX

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Sebring and 2005 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (287 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Sebring 2005 Honda NSX
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Sebring NSX
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2425 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 287 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1421 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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