2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Concorde | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
