2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
