2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 743 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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 Chrysler Sebring (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sebring | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
