1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 343 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (327 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Concorde | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
