2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 80 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 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Sebring | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
