1999 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (288 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Concorde | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
