2005 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 176 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.
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, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Concorde | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
