2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Sebring and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 669 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Sebring | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |