2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Sebring | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |