2005 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger 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 2009 Dodge Charger. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Concorde | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
