2009 Audi A5 vs. 2001 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2001 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A5 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
