2003 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Concorde and 2003 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 398 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2003 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. 2003 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chrysler Concorde | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Concorde | Samurai |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |