2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (340 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Concorde | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
