2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Sebring | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
