2009 Acura RL vs. 2004 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 111 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2004 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RL | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
