2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Concorde | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
