2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 413 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.

Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mustang 2010 Chrysler Sebring
Make Ford Chrysler
Model Mustang Sebring
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 2736 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 259 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 78.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1910 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 64 L


 

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