2003 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Concorde | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Concorde | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
