2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Sebring and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sebring | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
