2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. Both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2009 Chrysler Sebring are equipped with a 2,736 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
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 (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (256 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Sebring | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
