2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 493 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Sebring | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
