2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Sebring and 2009 Honda Fit 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 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sebring | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
