2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Concorde | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
