2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sebring | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
