2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 657 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Sebring | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |