2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 Chrysler Sebring (217 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sebring | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
