2008 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 102 L |
