2012 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 568 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chrysler |
| Model | Polo | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
