2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 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), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 2008 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Sebring Hilux
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 200 km/hour 170 km/hour
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 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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