2007 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Sebring and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Sebring (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 316 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Chrysler Sebring (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
