1999 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Concorde | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Concorde | Durango |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
