2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1995 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 231 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1995 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
