2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 113 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
