2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 267 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Sebring | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |