2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 468 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.

Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Sebring 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Sebring Frontier
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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