2008 Acura RL vs. 2002 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (252 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 339 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2002 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RL | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
