2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 146 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
