2003 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 92 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Concorde | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Concorde | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |