1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 603 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.

Because 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chrysler Concorde 2009 Ford Fusion
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Concorde Fusion
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2734 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 972 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 66 L


 

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