2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Sebring and 2009 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 468 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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 (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa. 2009 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Versa 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Sebring | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
