2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Sebring and 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 766 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
