2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 414 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. 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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2008 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Sebring | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |