2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 12 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 203 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Concorde | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
