2001 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Concorde and 2001 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chrysler Concorde 2001 Volkswagen Bora
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Concorde Bora
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2737 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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