2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (189 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sebring | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
