2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Sebring | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
