2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1269 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 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (217 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Sebring | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
