2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 520 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.

Because 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 2008 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman 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.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Sebring 2010 Porsche Cayman
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model Sebring Cayman
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1968 cc 2900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1303 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2416 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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