2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Concorde | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Concorde | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |