1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 12 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Concorde | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
