2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.

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 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Sebring 2008 Ford Mondeo
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Sebring Mondeo
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4350 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 59 L


 

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