2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Sebring and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 654 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Sebring | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |