2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 554 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. 2008 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Chrysler Sebring 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Chrysler Chevrolet
Model Sebring Colorado
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 72 L