2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
