2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 277 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 (340 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Concorde | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
