1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Concorde | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
