1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Concorde and 1998 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Concorde | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
