1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Concorde and 1998 Kia Clarus were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 381 kg more than 1998 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (327 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Concorde | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Concorde | Clarus |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |