2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Blackhawk | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |
