2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Sebring and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 266 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.
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, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (217 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Sebring | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |