2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera 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 Frontera 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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera. 2008 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Sebring | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |