2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra and 2006 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 173 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
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 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Optra | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
