2003 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 398 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Concorde | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
