2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 634 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sebring | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
