2008 Buick Enclave 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 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Enclave would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Enclave | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
