2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
Model | Sebring | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |