2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. 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 XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Sebring | XKR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
