2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Sebring | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
