2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
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 Chrysler Sebring (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
