2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
