2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Chrysler Aspen were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler 300 2009 Chrysler Aspen
Make Chrysler Chrysler
Model 300 Aspen
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1873 kg 1878 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 102 L