2001 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. 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, 2001 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Concorde | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Concorde | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
