2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 300 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 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler Sebring will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Sebring | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |