2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 102 L |
