2006 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 243 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.

Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura MDX 2008 Chrysler Sebring
Make Acura Chrysler
Model MDX Sebring
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 64 L