2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Sebring 2008 Porsche 911
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model Sebring 911
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2360 cc 3823 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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