1999 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 13 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Concorde | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
