2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 9 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 443 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (340 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Concorde | S8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
