2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 571 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
