1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 911 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Concorde | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
