2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Sebring | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
