2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2002 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 30 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, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2002 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Sebring | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
