1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 14 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (327 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Concorde | F-450 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 142 L |