2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |
