2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 13 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (340 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Concorde | Carens |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
