2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 815 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 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
