1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Concorde | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
