2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Toyota MR2

To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Sebring and 2006 Toyota MR2 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.

Because 2006 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. 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 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Sebring 2006 Toyota MR2
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Sebring MR2
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2737 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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