2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.

Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Porsche 911 2010 Chrysler Sebring
Make Porsche Chrysler
Model 911 Sebring
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1808 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1311 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 63 L


 

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