2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sebring | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
