2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Sebring | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |