2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 890 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Because 2010 Mazda B2300 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 2010 Mazda B2300. 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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sebring | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2266 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 | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
