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 64 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (189 HP @ 6400 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 240 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (259 Nm @ 4000 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 | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
