2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 363 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sebring | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
