2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Silverado | Sebring |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |