2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Aspen | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
