2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Sebring and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.

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 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler Sebring will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Sebring 2009 Honda Accord
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Sebring Accord
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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