2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
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2005 Subaru Forester | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Subaru | Chrysler |
Model | Forester | Sebring |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |