2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Sebring | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |