2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Sebring | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
