2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Sebring | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
