2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 @ 5650 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chrysler | Buick |
Model | Aspen | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3009 mm |