2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2003 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 622 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Concorde.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2003 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Equinox | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
