2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sebring | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
