1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 15 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (327 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
Model | Concorde | ATS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2772 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |