2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1006 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, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
