2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 148 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
