2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
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) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Concorde | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
