2005 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 61 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Concorde | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
