2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
