2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 303 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Sebring | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
