2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |
