2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Sebring | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Sebring | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |