2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1201 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 167 L |
