2005 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. Both 2005 Chrysler Concorde and 2008 Chrysler 300 are equipped with a 2,736 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 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 2008 Chrysler 300. 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, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Concorde | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
