1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Concorde and 1998 Toyota MR2 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 61 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. 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 (327 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2. 1998 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Concorde | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
