2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 736 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Equinox | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
