2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 847 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 136 L |
