2005 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 36 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 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Concorde 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Concorde Legacy
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2750 mm


 

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