2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 169 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (306 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Sebring | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
