2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 339 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Sebring | Carens |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |