1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Concorde | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
