2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. Both 2006 Chrysler Sebring and 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 274 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 (189 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sebring | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
