2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
