2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 79 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chrysler Concorde 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Concorde Legacy
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3517 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1613 kg 1534 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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