2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 419 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 2010 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (211 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1421 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
