2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Sebring and 2006 Kia Magentis 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 65 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 127 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, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sebring | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
