2010 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2010 Kia Rio and 2010 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 800 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2010 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Kia | Chrysler |
Model | Rio | Sebring |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4249 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |