2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
