2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Concorde | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
