2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
