2004 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Concorde | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Concorde | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4501 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 | 1575 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
