2007 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Sebring and 2007 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 406 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Sebring | Opirus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |