2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Concorde | Panamera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |