2007 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Sebring and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chrysler Sebring (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2007 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Sebring Transporter
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 159 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 18.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 2270 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 5300 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 80 L


 

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