2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Sebring and 2005 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 292 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 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. 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 Lexus LS (418 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Sebring | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
