2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Sebring and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Sebring | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |