2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa.
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, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
