1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. 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 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (327 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Concorde | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
