2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. 2012 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2010 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 2010 Chrysler Sebring will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Subaru | Chrysler |
Model | Legacy | Sebring |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | 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 | 256 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |