2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Pacifica | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 102 L |
