2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.

Because 2008 Jaguar XJR 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 Jaguar XJR. 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 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Sebring 2008 Jaguar XJR
Make Chrysler Jaguar
Model Sebring XJR
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 561 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.8 seconds 5.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1734 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 84 L


 

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