2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Ferrari 599

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Sebring and 2009 Ferrari 599 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. 2009 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chrysler Sebring 2009 Ferrari 599
Make Chrysler Ferrari
Model Sebring 599
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 612 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 608 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 105 L