2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 148 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |