1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 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 60 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 478 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Concorde | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |