2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |
