2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 69 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. 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, 2012 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Concorde | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1621 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
